This month, we're highlighting some helpful and timely resources for Catholics throughout the Archdiocese. We encourage you to check out the resources below.

Prepare Your Heart – National Eucharistic Congress: July 17-21, 2024

This wonderful opportunity will take place from July 17-21, 2024, and will feature compelling programming geared to various audiences, including youth, families, and individuals. For more information on the Congress, go here.

Day passes to the Eucharistic Congress are now available for purchase in January 2024. If you do not have time to attend the full congress, please go here for more information about the day passes. Purchase these passes directly at the Eucharistic Congress web page.

Those interested in attending also can still purchase discounted tickets to the full Eucharistic Congress. The Archdiocese has received a discount on tickets, reducing the price from $375 to $299 per person. To access this code, email or call archdiocesan Vice-Chancellor, Mr. Richard “Tink” Guthrie at tguthrie@archlou.org or 502-585-3291, ext. 1118. Please contact Tink Guthrie as soon as possible. This discount may be discontinued at some point, and it is important to secure limited lodging opportunities.

Registration does not include the cost of transportation, housing, or food. More information about hotels and housing can be found here. 

Save the Date

Annual Pro-Life Memorial Mass, Saturday, January 13, 2024: Archbishop Shelton Fabre will preside at the annual Pro-Life Mass, 6:30 p.m. at St. Gabriel Church (5505 Bardstown Road, Louisville). More than 150 churches, schools, and organizations will come together to promote the right to life for all human beings. Please call or email Celesta Arnold to register your organization at 502-439-6276 or celesta.arnold58@gmail.com. Please include the name of the organization and if applicable, the name of the organization’s representative for the Rose Ceremony.

37th Annual Community Wide Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration, Monday, January 15, 2024: Join Archbishop Shelton Fabre and the Archdiocesan Gospel Choir who will celebrate Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through Scripture, reflective readings, and songs of praise. This will be held at 10 a.m. at the Cathedral of the Assumption (433 South Fifth Street, Louisville).

Catholic Relief Services Rice Bowl Mass and Information Session, Wednesday, January 24: Archbishop Shelton Fabre will preside at the Mass for this annual kick-off event for the Rice Bowl collection. The Mass is at 10 a.m. at Holy Family Church, and the information session will be held immediately following the Mass at the Saffin Center on the Holy Family (3938 Poplar Level Road, Louisville) campus. Parishes and schools bringing groups should RSVP with the number attending to Peyton Rhea at Catholic Charities. prhea@archlou.org.

Catholic Charities of Louisville’s Rouler, Tuesday, February 13, 2024: This 5th annual Mardi Gras celebration will be held at the Mellwood Art Center (1860 Mellwood Avenue) from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Purchase your tickets here. This fun event will include a silent auction, live music, New Orleans food and drink, casino games, and bingo. All proceeds benefit Catholic Charities of Louisville.